Dental Assistant

DELTA HEALTH CENTER INC.; Mound Bayou (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Health Center, a leading community health center in Mound Bayou, MS, is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant. The role involves supporting dentists, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a clean environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and a passion for dental health.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401-k (up to 3% match)

Continuing education opportunities

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited dental assisting program preferred.
• Current Dental Assistant certification or eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and assist the dentist during dental procedures.
• Sterilize instruments and follow infection control protocols.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays).

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited dental assisting program

Current Dental Assistant certification

Radiology certification

CPR certification

Job description

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About Us

Delta Health Center, Inc. (DHC) is the first community health center of its kind. Also, it’s the first Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) in the United States. DHC is a non-profit organization that is located in historic Bolivar County, Mississippi, where it opened its doors in 1965. At Delta Health Center, we continue to build a world class primary health care system committed to caring for vulnerable populations from newborns to the elderly. DHC also supports those who want to stay fit and to those with chronic health problems with our main focus being health. We have helped generations of families to live healthy and stay healthy.

About Us

Delta Health Center, Inc. (DHC) is the first community health center of its kind. Also, it’s the first Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) in the United States. DHC is a non-profit organization that is located in historic Bolivar County, Mississippi, where it opened its doors in 1965. At Delta Health Center, we continue to build a world class primary health care system committed to caring for vulnerable populations from newborns to the elderly. DHC also supports those who want to stay fit and to those with chronic health problems with our main focus being health. We have helped generations of families to live healthy and stay healthy.

Job Description

Position Title: Dental Assistant

Location: Delta Health Center, Inc. – Mound Bayou, MS

Job Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Dental Director

About Delta Health Center, Inc.

Delta Health Center (DHC), located in historic Mound Bayou, MS, is one of the nation’s oldest community health centers. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), DHC is committed to providing high-quality, affordable health care to underserved communities. We proudly serve patients across the Mississippi Delta with compassion, respect, and a deep sense of community responsibility.

Position Summary

Delta Health Center is seeking a dedicated and energetic Dental Assistant to join our growing dental team. The Dental Assistant will play a vital role in supporting our dentists during procedures, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. This position is ideal for someone passionate about dental health and who thrives in a mission-driven, patient-centered setting.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare treatment rooms and assist the dentist during dental procedures
• Sterilize instruments and follow infection control protocols
• Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays)
• Record treatment information in patient records
• Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures
• Schedule patient appointments and maintain dental supply inventory
• Ensure a welcoming and supportive environment for all patients
  
  

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited dental assisting program preferred
• Current Dental Assistant certification or eligibility (as required by Mississippi state law)
• Radiology certification preferred
• CPR certification required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in community health or a dental public health setting is a plus
  
  

Benefits

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401-k (up to 3% match)
• Continuing education opportunities
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
  
  

Salary: Negotiable

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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